So Others May Pass FFP- Brownstones/Rowframes (SOMP Release Date 01.26.20)

This set of flashcards covers key terminology and concepts related to firefighting operations in brownstone and rowframe buildings, emphasizing construction features, firefighting techniques, and safety protocols.

Brownstone

A type of building that is typically three to five stories high, with a cellar, non-combustible exterior, and combustible interior construction.

Non-combustible

Materials that do not burn or propagate fire.

Egress

A means of exiting a building or structure.

VEIS

Ventilation, Entry, Isolation, and Search; a firefighting tactic.

Common cockloft

A shared space between the roofs of adjoining buildings, which can allow fire to spread.

Dumbwaiter shaft

A small elevator used to move goods between floors.

Fire escape

A means of escape from a building in case of fire, typically external.

Extinguisher firefighter

A firefighter responsible for operating fire extinguishing equipment.

Forcible entry firefighter

A firefighter responsible for gaining access to a building when normal entry methods fail.

Ladder company operations

Firefighter operations involving the use of ladders for rescue, ventilation, and fire suppression.

Incident Commander (IC)

The individual in charge of a specified incident scene.

Cellar fire

A fire that occurs in a building's cellar or basement.

Multiple dwellings

Residential buildings that have been converted to accommodate multiple families or occupants.

Horizontal ventilation

The process of ventilating a structure by opening windows and doors to allow smoke and heat to exit.

Interior stair

Stairs that connect the different floors inside a building.

Scuttle

An opening to access the roof, often used for ventilation or escape.

Trapped occupants

People who cannot exit a building due to fire or smoke.